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Bridge 2 Bridge Half Marathon & 5K

Bridge 2 Bridge Half Marathon & 5K

Bridge 2 Bridge Half Marathon offers a steady, community-focused road race with cash prizes and a loyal following.

Race Date

Oct 24, 2026

Location

Ashtabula, OH

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Quick facts

Date
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Location
Ashtabula, Ohio
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
1,189

Highlights

Good For

PR FriendlyDestination Worthy

Atmosphere

Local CommunitySpectator SupportGreat MedalGreat Swag

Course

Fast FlatWell Marked

The Experience

The Bridge 2 Bridge Half Marathon, first run in 2014 and now in its 11th edition, is a community-centered event in Ashtabula, Ohio. This road race attracts runners from about six states, with a notable 37% repeat-runner loyalty, indicating a strong local and regional draw.

The course, primarily on paved roads, is described as flat with minimal elevation changes, making it a potentially fast day for participants. Runners should be aware of a railroad crossing and a lift bridge, where traffic has the right-of-way, though official times do not stop for delays. The race offers a 3.5-hour time limit and features five water stops.

Finishers receive long-sleeve tech shirts, and significant cash prizes are awarded to the top three overall male and female finishers, with additional bonuses for setting event records. The atmosphere is local and community-driven, with chip timing used for both overall and age group awards.

Race-provided description

Half Marathon and 5K Race Information: Start: Harbor-Topky Memorial Library 1633 Walnut Blvd., Ashtabula, Ohio 44004 Finish: Bridge Street in Ashtabula Harbor 5K Race Date and Time: 10-24-26, 8:30 a.m. Half Marathon Date and Time: 10-25-26, 8:30 a.m. Parking: Walnut Beach, West 1st, Street, Ashtabula, Ohio Packet Pickups:5K (10/24) 7 am to 8:15 am, Half (10/25) 7 am to 8:15 am, both at Harbor-Topky Library, Ashtabula, Ohio. Awards: CASH!: Half Marathon 1st, 2nd, and 3rd overall male & female receive $150, $100, and $50 respectively. Chip times are used to determine overall and age group winners. Additional prize money awarded if Half Marathon winners set event records male & female. Current event record finish times: Male 1:12:33 (2021), Female 1:26:54 (2020) Finishers awards and age group awards for Half Marathon. Overall & age groups awards for 5K. Shirts: Long Sleeve Tech Shirts. 150 shirts are available. Deadline for guaranteed shirt size is Oct. 15 at 6 pm. ADR Club Members receive automatic discount during online registration 5K ($5 off), Half ($5 off), Both (An extra $5 off). Non-club members receive $5 discount if doing both races. No dogs allowed- Service animals permitted. Course time limit: 3h:30m WARNING: The half marathon course has a railroad crossing and a lift bridge. Rail and boat traffic has the right-a-way and there is no set schedule for either. Your official time does not stop due to delay in your race. Water Stop Information: There will be five opportunities for water stops on the half marathon course. The first location is about 3.5 miles into the race on Columbus Ave. The second will be on Main Avenue about 5.5 miles into the race and the third location is near the Smolen-Gulf Covered Bridge. The final two locations will be the same locations on your way back toward the finish.  There will be no water stops on the course for the 5K. If you're concerned or uneasy about water stops or the number of water stops available, runners are encouraged to carry your own to supplement or provide for your respective needs.

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, October 24, 2026

Start Time

8:30 AM

Giveaway

Tech Shirt

Start Location

1633 Walnut Blvd., Ashtabula, OH, 44004

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Urban

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

5K

Course Map

Quality Score

Standout79
Methodology
Heritage20/20

11 years running

Size10/15

~92 finishers a year

Momentum5/5

growing or steady

Loyalty20/20

37% returning runners

Course & details5/15

5 timing sources

National draw5/10

runners from 6 states

Front-pack speed5/5

winner 0:27:03

Weather10/10

typical high 60°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

46°

Afternoon (High)

60°

Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable

0.1"

Precipitation

13 mph

Wind

72%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 1,189 finishers actually crossed the line across 11 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

1,189

Median time

2:08:06

Latest turnout

96

States

14

10%
25%
75%
90%
0:25p50 median ≈ 2:053:45

Turnout by year

20172025

'17'18'19'20'22'23'24'25
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Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Bridge 2 Bridge Half Marathon & 5K?

The Bridge 2 Bridge Half Marathon & 5K is held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.

Where does the Bridge 2 Bridge Half Marathon & 5K take place?

It takes place in Ashtabula, Ohio.

What distances does the Bridge 2 Bridge Half Marathon & 5K offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K.

Is the Bridge 2 Bridge Half Marathon & 5K course flat and good for a PR?

The Bridge 2 Bridge Half Marathon & 5K is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the Bridge 2 Bridge Half Marathon & 5K?

HalfRuns has finish records for 1,189 runners who have completed the Bridge 2 Bridge Half Marathon & 5K.

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